The youngster is regarded among Europe's best keepers for his age and is inside the final 12 months of his existing deal.

Veloso's agent, Jose Afonso , says if no new deal is agreed with Sporting, he can leave for a knockdown compo fee of €230,000.

He told tribalfootball.com: "It is true that we have had contacts with businessmen and representatives pertaining to sports associations in these countries, but so far there has been no agreement with any of them.